If price were no object, I would go for the Tacoma. But I would not overlook the other two either, despite the general consensus that American vehicles are crap, I have seen several 4 cyl. Rangers go well over 250,000 and my father has a 98' S-10 with the 2.2L 4 cyl and a 5-speed that's pushing 340,000 with only having to replace the clutch and fuel pump, both lasting almost 300,000. Fuel economy will be comparable between all three models. I would recommend you take a look at all three and see which one best fits your needs and price range and go from there, if you take care of whatever you buy it should last you a long time.
If you're buying a new vehicle, the S-10 is no longer available and has been replaced by the Colorado.